These Terms of Service ("Terms") govern your use of the LawCounty website at https://lawcounty.com (the "Site"). By accessing or using the Site, you agree to be bound by these Terms.
1. Acceptance of Terms
By accessing or using our Site, you agree to these Terms and our Privacy Policy. If you do not agree, please do not use our Site.
2. Important Legal Disclaimer
The information provided on this Site is for general informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice.
No attorney-client relationship is created by your use of this Site or by contacting attorneys through our platform. The information on this Site is not a substitute for professional legal advice from a qualified attorney licensed in your jurisdiction.
Every legal situation is unique. The outcome of any legal matter depends on the specific facts and circumstances involved. Past results do not guarantee future outcomes.
Always consult with a qualified attorney before making decisions about your legal matters.
3. Use of the Site
You agree to use the Site only for lawful purposes and in accordance with these Terms. You agree not to:
- Use the Site in any way that violates applicable laws or regulations
- Impersonate any person or entity or misrepresent your affiliation
- Submit false, misleading, or fraudulent information
- Interfere with or disrupt the Site or servers
- Attempt to gain unauthorized access to any part of the Site
- Use automated means to access or collect data from the Site without permission
- Use the Site to harass, abuse, or harm others
- Post spam, advertisements, or promotional content without authorization
4. Attorney Directory
For Users Seeking Legal Help
Our directory provides information about attorneys to help you find legal representation. We do not guarantee the quality, competence, or suitability of any attorney listed. You are responsible for:
- Verifying attorney credentials and qualifications
- Conducting your own due diligence before hiring any attorney
- Understanding that contacting an attorney does not create an attorney-client relationship
For Attorneys
Attorneys registering on our platform agree to:
- Provide accurate and truthful information about their practice
- Maintain a valid license to practice law in their listed jurisdictions
- Comply with all applicable rules of professional conduct
- Promptly update information when it changes
- Not engage in false or misleading advertising
- Comply with our payment terms for directory listings
We reserve the right to remove or suspend attorney listings for violations of these Terms or for any reason at our discretion.
5. User Content
You may submit content to our Site, including reviews and contact messages ("User Content"). By submitting User Content, you:
- Represent that your content is accurate and not misleading
- Grant us a non-exclusive, royalty-free license to use, display, and distribute your content
- Agree not to submit content that is defamatory, obscene, illegal, or infringes on others' rights
We reserve the right to remove any User Content that violates these Terms or that we find objectionable.
6. Reviews
Reviews submitted to our Site must reflect genuine experiences. You agree that reviews you submit:
- Are based on your actual experience with the attorney
- Are accurate and not misleading
- Do not contain false statements of fact
- Are not submitted in exchange for payment or other incentives
Attorneys may not submit reviews for themselves or solicit fake reviews. We reserve the right to remove reviews that violate these Terms.
7. Intellectual Property
All content on the Site, including text, graphics, logos, and software, is owned by LawCounty or its licensors and is protected by copyright and other intellectual property laws. You may not reproduce, distribute, or create derivative works without our permission.
8. Third-Party Links
The Site may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for the content, accuracy, or practices of these websites. Linking does not imply endorsement.
9. Disclaimer of Warranties
THE SITE IS PROVIDED "AS IS" AND "AS AVAILABLE" WITHOUT WARRANTIES OF ANY KIND, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED. WE DISCLAIM ALL WARRANTIES, INCLUDING MERCHANTABILITY, FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, AND NON-INFRINGEMENT.
WE DO NOT WARRANT THAT THE SITE WILL BE UNINTERRUPTED, ERROR-FREE, OR FREE OF VIRUSES OR OTHER HARMFUL COMPONENTS.
10. Limitation of Liability
TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW, LAWCOUNTY SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL, SPECIAL, CONSEQUENTIAL, OR PUNITIVE DAMAGES ARISING FROM YOUR USE OF THE SITE.
OUR TOTAL LIABILITY SHALL NOT EXCEED THE AMOUNT YOU PAID US, IF ANY, IN THE TWELVE MONTHS PRECEDING THE CLAIM.
11. Indemnification
You agree to indemnify and hold harmless LawCounty and its officers, directors, employees, and agents from any claims, damages, or expenses arising from your use of the Site or violation of these Terms.
12. Modifications
We may modify these Terms at any time. We will notify you of material changes by posting the updated Terms on the Site. Your continued use after changes constitutes acceptance of the modified Terms.
13. Termination
We may terminate or suspend your access to the Site at any time, without notice, for any reason, including violation of these Terms.
14. Governing Law
These Terms are governed by the laws of the State of Delaware, without regard to conflict of law principles. Any disputes shall be resolved in the courts located in Delaware.
15. Severability
If any provision of these Terms is found unenforceable, the remaining provisions will continue in effect.
16. Entire Agreement
These Terms, together with our Privacy Policy, constitute the entire agreement between you and LawCounty regarding the Site.
17. Contact
If you have questions about these Terms, please contact us at [email protected] or through our contact form.